
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,574
- BGG rating
- 7.9
burncycle
- 1–4 players
- 45–180 min
- Complexity 4.1/5
- 2022

Rules assistance for Unsettled: Yendraal
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Unsettled: Yendraal is an expansion for Unsettled released in 2021 for 2–4 players, 60–90 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Variable Set-up, and Modular Board.
Delve into a labyrinthian coral construct, but tread lightly lest you anger the very ground you walk upon. Unsettled: Yendraal is the 4th planet box for "Unsettled". Yendraal is a planet-sized mass of sentient coral floating through space. Running through its mass is a series of colorful life-filled tunnels that intersect and connect cavernous pockets, each flourishing with a different wondrous collection of creatures. Be mindful in your pursuits however, as an ancient awareness floods every corner of this world. The resources you need are available and wondrous discoveries await, but claiming them will require a strange new type of diplomacy. Things you may find here: Coral Towers Ethereal Constellation Chamber Intelligent Mists Resonant Eels Effervescent Flame Pearls Note: This expansion is a community-designed planet, created during the initial kickstarter launch.
Unsettled: Yendraal supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Unsettled: Yendraal is 60–90 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Unsettled: Yendraal for ages 14 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Unsettled: Yendraal has a complexity rating of 3.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Unsettled: Yendraal belongs to these categories: Science Fiction and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling, Variable Set-up, and Modular Board. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Unsettled: Yendraal as an expansion for Unsettled. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Unsettled to use it. Check that your edition of Unsettled is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.